There hasn’t been any reprieve for my pain in so long, thought Tamara Walker, 54, as she prepared to head out for what was sure to be a long day. For Tamara, diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both hips in her 20s, then in her knees before turning 40, dealing with swollen, stiff and aching joints was a big part of her daily routine. Day after day, pain made it tough for Tamara to sleep well, leaving her feeling exhausted and mentally fuzzy throughout her day as she worked as a certified doula, a trained professional who provides nonmedical support to women in labor.
Many times, her arthritis required Tamara to spend so much energy just to push through the aches, pains and fatigue she experienced while helping expectant moms bring their children into the world, that she didn’t have the ability to fully concentrate on day-to-day tasks like making dinner, running errands or enjoying a conversation with her husband.
Over the years, her symptoms worsened to the point that they were also interfering with the pastimes she enjoyed most, like reading to her grandchildren or helping them work a puzzle. Living with chronic pain and the related tiredness also lead to Tamara becoming physically inactive, as even low-impact activities like pickleball ramped up her arthritis symptoms.
Tamara tried to get her pain under control with over-the-counter and natural remedies like heat and ice, creams and pain relievers, but nothing worked, and she didn’t want to take prescription painkillers.
Denne historien er fra January 06, 2025-utgaven av Woman's World.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra January 06, 2025-utgaven av Woman's World.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
Too good to be good for you
Start the year off right with these lightened-up takes on winter favorites that are delicious and nutritious
Q "I received a bunch of gift cards from friends and family over the holidays.How can I get the most out of them?"
It’s a great idea to take full advantage of your new gift cards, especially since a staggering 21 billion of them go unspent every year. Here, smart shopping pro Trae Bodge TrueTrae.com) has simple tips to help you make your gift cards go further.
A perfect beginning
Looking to evade her family’s matchmaking scheme, Elaine enlists a friend as a faux date that leads to real feelings on New Year’s Eve
"Surviving a fire inspired me to help others!"
After Amy Wagner and her family lost everything in a house fire, friends and neighbors helped them get back on their feet...and Amy knew she had to find a way to pay the love and support forward!
"Help! I hate New Year's resolutions!"
It’s no secret change is hard—but there are proven ways to transform challenges into opportunities and goals into tangible outcomes
The best diet for 2025!
You’ve probably heard that eating more protein makes it easy to get leaner and healthier.
"Indoor walking healed my pain!”
Living with aches and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis, Tamara Walker had pain that threatened to take over her life and end the career she loved. Fearing that she'd never feel healthy again, she was thrilled to find that she could ease her agony with one simple step
How to get Ozempic for $25 (or less!)
If you've been trying to reach a healthier weight, you may be considering semaglutide medications like Ozempic or Wegovy. Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which plays a role in appetite regulation and blood-sugar control. But because these medications can be pricey and are intended for long-term use, cost can be a major concern. So how much does Ozempic cost, and is it covered by insurance? Here's what you need to know, plus simple tricks to help bring down the out-of-pocket cost.
Awkward health issues solved!
The last thing you need when ringing in the new year with family and friends is for little health hiccups like gas, body odor or dandruff to distract you from the fun. To the rescue: simple, effective tricks that banish these common too-close-for-comfort worries.
Freedom from heartburn flare-ups
Closing out the holiday season with your favorite festive fare can lead to heartburn long after the party ends.
